Business owner seeks sewer tap-in

Crump said that no hazardous waste would go into the sewer system.
By SEAN BARRON
VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
HUBBARD -- A township businessman recently denied permission to tap into sewer services may have new hope for seeing his request granted.
At their meeting Monday, several city council members suggested that Curtis Crump, owner of Average Joe Truck Rodeo, 2601 Elmwood Drive Ext., change his request for the tap-in from residential to commercial. Officials also suggested he meet with Hubbard Mayor Arthur U. Magee and the state Environmental Protection Agency to further discuss the matter.
Previously, four council members voted against Crump's request for a tap-in, which he has said is needed to get a permanent liquor license for his business.
Councilman Pat Gilliland said he was concerned about Crump's not wishing to tie in to the city's water services. Sewer fees are based on how much water a customer uses. Councilwoman Lisha Baumiller said she had more questions that needed addressed before she felt comfortable approving the request.
Another concern
At their last meeting, several council members also expressed concern about the possibility of landfill debris and solid waste, some of which could be contaminated, being brought onto Crump's property, and that such material could end up in the sewer system.
At Monday's session, Crump said he already has self-contained trailers and portable commodes on his property. No hazardous materials would go into the sewer system, Crump has said.
Crump has maintained that he will have to install a semi-public sewage treatment system without the tap-in permit, a move he said could cost him between $30,000 and $60,000. Lacking the $700 permit also might cause Crump to have to temporarily close his business, he has said.